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"PRESS RELEASE"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NASHVILLE/MINNEAPOLIS ARTIST RECIEVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Jaclyn James is a featured artist on JANE Magazine and Maybelline New York’s Pure Talent Compilation CD


(Nashville, TN) January 19, 2007 – JANE Magazine and Maybelline New York have chosen Jaclyn James, a Nashville artist, for their Pure Talent: Compilations CD.

After listening to over 1,000 applicants, major label act, The Like, of Geffen Records, record label to artists such as eight-time Grammy Award nominee Mary J. Blige and Grammy nominee Nelly Furtado, narrowed their options to 20 artists of which 11 were selected for the final compilation. Jaclyn James representing the sixth track on the CD with the song Unashamed.

A twenty-one year old musician/singer/songwriter and native of Minnesota, released her first self-titled EP in January of 2007. The EP offers original tracks by Schutrop, including the track selected for the Pure Talent: Compilation CD, Unashamed, showcasing her drive for passionate, stark lyrics and powerful melodies. After submitting her application to JANE Magazine in summer of 2006, she was notified of her achievement this past fall following the final judging at the listening party in New York. James is a junior Entertainment and Music Business major at Belmont University.

Pure Talent: Compilation CD will be distributed by JANE Magazine in partnership with Maybelline New York to over 1000 winners at various sponsored events. JANE Magazine reaches an audience of over 1.7 million male and female readers between the ages of 18 and 34. JANE Magazine is found at local newsstands and offers subscriptions as well.

For more information on Jaclyn James, visit www.jaclynjames.net, and www.myspace.com/jaclynmusic

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
612.817.8131, info@jaclynjames.net
- Jane Magazine/Maybelline New York


"James Elliott, Award Winning Songwriter"

"There's something special in the music of Jaclyn James. Her songwriting displays depth far beyond her years and
her voice is enchanting and at times mesmerizing. I find myself listening to her songs over and over drawn in by her beautiful blend of heart and soul.
I love the production of her debut project and think this impressive collection will strike a chord with many listeners."

-James Isaac Elliott
Award winning songwriter with awards from ASCAP, Gospel Music Association (Dove Award), American Songwriter Magazine, and Nashville Songwriters Association International - Jaclyn Schutrop Music


"BMI's Shelby Kennedy"

"It's so hard to find a unique female vocal in today's vast pool of
talent but Jaclyn James has an originality that is so refreshing."
-Shelby Kennedy
BMI Director of
Writer Publisher Relations

*He is also widely recognized as a finder and developer of new talent - Jaclyn Schutrop Music


"NSAI's Rick Beresford"

Jaclyn James is the most original and emotional connecting singer
songwriter I've had in all my 12 years at Belmont University.

From the moment she opened her mouth I knew there was a very special, deep and unique talent just biding time until she become a major force in the world of modern rock. Jaclyn is truly a musical gift to us all.

-Rick Beresford
Curriculum adviser and core staff for Kerrville Songwriting School and NSAI (Nashvile Songwriters Association International), and commercial songwriting adjunct professor, Belmont
University. - Jaclyn Schutrop Music


"Fringe Magazine"

"Jaclyn James is a breath of fresh air for today's music industry. With her humble personality and angelic voice, her music is refreshing, melodic and inspiring. Combining her own original lyrics and rock star persona, she brings energy and spine tingling performances to the stage. Her passion is remarkably unforgettable and will carry her success to the next level. The Fringe Magazine will continue to support Jaclyn through the years to come and we're excited to watch this star unfold and blossom into the national phenomenon she was meant to be." -THE FRINGE MAGAZINE - Independent


Discography

Self titled EP - 2008

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Twenty-two year old musician/singer/songwriter with a drive for passionate, stark lyrics and powerful melodies. A guitar player and songwriter of three years, Jaclyn is self taught, playing everything by ear.

Within a short amount of time, she's gained substantial recognition and perked the interest of some of the industry's most reputable figures. Jaclyn comes originally from the snowy Twin Cities of Minnesota and has made her way to Nashville, TN via the music business program at Belmont University. With determination and grace she'll shortly become a familiar face in the alternative-rock market.

WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING ABOUT JACLYN?

"Jaclyn James is a breath of fresh air for today's music industry. With her humble personality and angelic voice, her music is refreshing, melodic and inspiring. Combining her own original lyrics and rock star persona, she brings energy and spine tingling performances to the stage. Her passion is remarkably unforgettable and will carry her success to the next level. The Fringe Magazine will continue to support Jaclyn through the years to come and we're excited to watch this star unfold and blossom into the national phenomenon she was meant to be." -THE FRINGE MAGAZINE

"There's something special in the music of Jaclyn James. Her songwriting displays depth far beyond her years and her voice is enchanting and at times mesmerizing. I find myself listening to her songs over and over drawn in by her beautiful blend of heart and soul. I love the production of her debut project and think this impressive collection will strike a chord with many listeners." -James Isaac Elliott Award winning songwriter with awards from ASCAP, Gospel Music Association (Dove Award), American Songwriter Magazine, and Nashville Songwriters Association International

"It's so hard to find a unique female vocal in today's vast pool of talent but Jaclyn James has an originality that is so refreshing." -Shelby Kennedy BMI Director of Writer Publisher Relations

"Jaclyn James is the most original and emotional connecting singer songwriter I've had in all my 12 years at Belmont University. From the moment she opened her mouth I knew there was a very special, deep and unique talent just biding time until she become a major force in the world of modern rock. Jaclyn is truly a musical gift to us all." -Rick Beresford Curriculum adviser and core staff for Kerrville Songwriting School and NSAI (Nashvile Songwriters Association International), and commercial songwriting adjunct professor, Belmont University